Titanium Lions
The Titanium Lions celebrate game-changing creativity.
Introduction

The history of the Titanium Lions
In 2003, the late Dan Wieden, Co-Founder of Wieden+Kennedy, proposed the creation of the new Titanium Lions to recognise breakthrough ideas that were provocative and forward-thinking, and so the Titanium Lions were born.
In 2008, the Titanium Lions was expanded to include integrated campaigns and celebrate creativity, risk and consistency across channels. The Titanium & Integrated Lions existed as a single Award until 2016, when they were separated out.
In 2018, the Titanium Lions’ entry process was updated to include live judging in Cannes.
Often regarded as the most coveted Cannes Lions Award, the Titanium Lions recognise work that’s game-changing and reshapes the creative landscape.
Guidelines to Entering

What kind of work can be entered?
Any kind of work can be submitted as long as it breaks new ground in branded communications.
What are the judging criteria?
All types of work can be entered – there are no categories. The idea is everything.
Eligibility
Work will need to have been executed during the eligibility period of 06 February 2025 - 09 April 2026.
Is there a limit to how many times I can enter?
The same piece of work can only be entered once in Titanium.
What do I need to provide with my entry?
To enter, you’ll need to complete an online entry form, which can be found on the Cannes Lions entry site. In the ‘Written Explanation’ section, you’ll be asked to provide the Jury with everything they need to know about your work.
You'll be required provide proof of impact, supported by verifiable evidence, this information will not be shared with the Jury, but will be used to verify claims made in your entry materials. You'll also be required to provide details of a senior executive from both the brand and the entrant company (CEO, CMO or equivalent) who can formally approve the submission.
Optional supporting materials to provide additional context with your entry can also be uploaded.
Subtitles are highly recommended on all case films, films, demo films and original content.
Detailed information outlining the entry process can be found on our Guide to the Cannes Lions Awards.
More information on the rules for entry can be found on the Summary of Key Rules for Entering and the handbook for our new Integrity Standards can be found on the Integrity Standards.
What if I don’t have all the details right away?
Don’t worry – you can fill in the form in any order and save your progress at any time while it’s still in the pending stage. However, please only check out when your entry is 100% complete as no changes can be made to your entry once you’ve clicked “Submit” and “Checkout”.
Presentation in Cannes
Shortlisted entrants will be required to present their work to the Jury in Cannes. These are live presentations with an audience that include a Q&A session where entrants will be expected to answer questions from the Jury.
Entry Tips

What’s the Jury looking for?
Ideas that have never been done before and that change the way we think. Work breaks new ground in branded communications, marking a new direction and moving the industry forward.
- A strong insight, impressive execution and real results that link back to the objective
- Considered strategy, thoughtfully designed at every touchpoint
Tips from the Jury
- Determine the most impressive part of your campaign and find a category that showcases it
- Provide tangible results that demonstrate impact
- Remember the Jury are from all over the world, so provide context throughout your entry to ensure they understand the significance of your results and the relevance of your insight
- The Jury look at hundreds of pieces of work, use storytelling in the written submission and case film to help your work stand out
The Categories

Breakthrough ideas that are provocative and point to a new direction in the industry.
A. Titanium
There are no categories in the Titanium Lions. The idea is everything, whether it’s for a car or toothpaste, telecommunications or charity, with a big or low budget.
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The Written Submission

Here’s the questions you’ll be asked regarding your work.
To start your entry to the Titanium Lions, go to our Awards page.
The Jury will refer to the written explanation you provide throughout the judging process. Our advice is to provide as much relevant detail as possible.
When answering the following questions keep the main element you’re trying to celebrate in mind (e.g. the storytelling, the strategy, the craft, the use of data).
The bullet points under each question are prompts designed to guide your thinking, based on the factors the jury will be considering when reviewing your work. You might not need to use them all, and that’s totally fine. They’re there to help you consider what’s most important in your work.
Questions
1. Why is this work relevant for Titanium?
2. Brand Context
3. Objective(s)
4. Summary of the Work
5. Describe the creative idea
6. Describe the strategy
7. Describe the execution
8. List the results
Was Artificial Intelligence (AI) used in the work or the entry materials?
Sustainability Context
Equity, Representation and Accessibility (if appropriate)
Confidential information for the Jury
Contact us

Everything you need to know to enter
For more detailed information on how to use the entry site, craft a compelling submission or submit your work we have a whole range of resources.
From Entry Guides that give you a step-by-step overview of the entire process to the Entry Kits that provide all the detailed rules and requirements for each and every category.

We are here to help
As Awards Experts, we know the Lions inside out. We can help with:
- Sharing the updates to the Awards for 2026
- Offering best-practice advice on how to craft a compelling entry
- Discussing your work and relevant categories
- Scheduling regular catch-ups to answer any questions that arise throughout the entry process.
Whether you have a specific query or would like expert advice, get in touch today.
Email: awards@canneslions.com Helpline: +44 0 20 7046 1155